MLB Free Agency Articles - Page 17

The Athletics have made a veteran addition to their offseason roster plan. MLB.com’s Martín Gallegos reported Saturday that the club reached a deal with Joey Meneses, a 33-year-old first baseman and outfielder formerly with the Washington Nationals. Gallegos shared the news on X (formerly known as Twitter), confirming the structure of the contract and summarizing […]

Kiké Hernández enjoyed a glorious beginning to his fall, winning his third World Series ring after the Los Angeles Dodgers edged out the Toronto Blue Jays in an all-time great Game 7 on Nov. 1, but he will spend the rest of his year, and part of 2026, recovering. The free-agent utility man revealed on […]

Seattle Mariners superstar catcher and 2025 AL MVP runner-up Cal Raleigh opened up about who brought the most energy to the clubhouse during a memorable 2025 season — one that saw Seattle come just a game short of its first World Series appearance in franchise history. Jomboy Media’s Sarah Wilson later shared Raleigh’s answer on […]

The Chicago Cubs remain focused on pitching upgrades in the 2025 offseason, and a name generating buzz is former San Diego Padres starter Michael King. After declining his mutual option earlier this month to become a free agent, King has drawn interest from several clubs — and the Cubs appear to be among them. In […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have swung big in several offseasons, only to spin around and whiff a la John Kruk in the 1993 All-Star Game, which is coincidentally the last year this franchise won a championship. But perhaps this winter will truly be different. Following a fantastic campaign that ended agonizingly short of a World […]

There is perhaps no bigger name in the 2026 free agency class than slugger Kyle Tucker. It didn’t take long for his name to get connected to the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. However, the Dodgers may take a different approach as they build their roster. Tucker is sure to command one of […]

The New York Yankees will likely be active this winter, but it is not known if outfielder Trent Grisham will be with the club once next season begins. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Grisham is not expected to accept the qualifying offer that New York proposed and may choose to take his talents […]

After winning back-to-back World Series, it may seem like the Los Angeles Dodgers have it all. But with nearly $100 million coming off of their books entering 2026, the Dodgers will be big game hunting during free agency once again. Perhaps their biggest target will be finding a closer. They were without Tanner Scott throughout […]

The New York Mets knew they were going to have a tough decision to make when it came to their all-time home run leader, but a deep playoffs run was supposed to ease this offseason predicament. Now, after failing to secure a National league Wild Card berth and suffering one of the more disappointing finishes […]

Edwin Diaz recently opted out of his five-year, $102 million contract with the New York Mets, effectively making him a free agent. However, there appears to be a chance he’ll re-sign with the franchise, albeit it might come down to a coin flip. Reports indicate that the 31-year-old closer admitted that his agent has been […]

The New York Yankees once again fell short in their goal to capture the franchise’s 28th World Series title. After falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games during last year’s Fall Classic, the Yankees didn’t even make it that far this postseason. Despite outlasting their most hated rivals, the Boston Red Sox, in […]

Indeed, the loss in Game 7 of the World Series hit hard for free agent Max Scherzer. Nevertheless, he intends to soldier on. With all the talk about him joining the SF Giants, are the Chicago Cubs in the hunt? On Thursday, Scherzer’s name was floated as a potential pick-up for the Cubs to bolster […]

After making the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in 2025, the Chicago Cubs aren’t trying to give up their spot in the postseason. But before the hot stove truly heats up, the Cubs made a move that will likely fall under the radar. Chicago has signed pitcher Sam Mettert to a minor league […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were one run away from winning the World Series in 2025. After years of just missing out on top free agents, their playoff success could lead to a big offseason north of the border. The Blue Jays have thrown their hat in the free agency ring for Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai, […]

Coming back from a 3-2 deficit in this year’s World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers bested the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games to win their second straight Fall Classic. However, the focus is now on a threepeat. One area that still needs attention is the bullpen. According to baseball insider Francys Romero via X, […]

Zac Gallen is about to turn MLB Free Agency on its head. The Arizona Diamondbacks star is expected to reject his qualifying offer, placing one of the league’s most polished arms directly in the path of two East Coast giants. With the New York Yankees and New York Mets both searching for a true rotation […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are diving aggressively into MLB Free Agency, and Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez has emerged as one of their top priorities. With the MLB postseason exposing the Blue Jays’ need for a dependable October force, Suarez fits the role perfectly. His calm, controlled playoff performances have made him one of the […]

The Boston Red Sox are entering MLB Free Agency with a bold thought in mind, and it’s one that mirrors recent moves by the Yankees, Phillies, Padres, and Mets. The Red Sox is exploring the idea of building a “super bullpen,” a late-inning fortress built on power arms and aggressive matchups. It’s not their top […]

After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2018, the Atlanta Braves are committed to bouncing back come 2026. To do that, the Braves are keen on bringing back one of their free agents. Atlanta signed shortstop Ha-Seong Kim after his release from the Tampa Bay Rays, hoping he’d pick up his option. Instead, […]

The Detroit Tigers just saw their star pitcher, Tarik Skubal, win a second straight AL Cy Young Award. Tigers fans are now demanding a contract extension for Skubal. MLB super agent Scott Boras addressed the media on Wednesday about all the free agents he represents, including Skubal. “All we know is that the fans in […]

New York Mets decision-makers face a defining winter as Pete Alonso’s free agency, Scott Boras comments, Mets offseason plans, and the MLB General Managers Meetings have all collided in Las Vegas at once. The club’s choice on its slugger will shape payroll, defense, and long-term direction. The decision the Mets make on bringing back Alonso […]

MLB conversations picked up speed in Las Vegas at the 2025 annual MLB General Managers Meetings, where talk surrounding Dylan Cease’s upcoming free agency quickly rose into one of the loudest topics after MLB super agent Scott Boras offered a sharp Bob Dylan analogy that pushed MLB offseason rumors across every platform. The mix of […]

After saying goodbye to World Series Game 6 hero Justin Dean after he was claimed off waivers by the San Francisco Giants, the Los Angeles Dodgers have lost another playoff hero in Ben Rortvedt, the veteran catcher who held things down for Will Smith after the three-time All-Star suffered a hand injury down the stretch.  […]

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has taken Major League Baseball by storm since his debut, but according to one of his former teammates, his long-term vision might not include staying in Pittsburgh. Speaking to NJ.com’s Randy Miller, an anonymous player who shared the clubhouse with Skenes during the 2024 and 2025 seasons claimed the 23-year-old […]

The thought of trading one of the best players in the sport is always going to be a difficult decision. During the 2025-26 offseason, Major League Baseball will see a lot of rumors about star players being traded. Ketel Marte is one of the latest names to surface. The Arizona Diamondbacks general manager poured cold […]

The Detroit Tigers have one goal for this year’s offseason: keep Tarik Skubal at all costs. The ace pitcher continued to be one of the most dominant forces on the mound, building off his Cy Young campaign last season. His efforts were an integral part of Detroit’s playoff run this season. However, when there’s smoke, […]

The Chicago Cubs enter the 2025 MLB offseason with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer offering a blunt assessment of the club’s 2025 campaign and what lies ahead. Speaking at the annual GM Meetings in Las Vegas, Hoyer didn’t shy away from linking the Cubs’ offensive success directly to the impact of Kyle Tucker, whose […]

After two years with the San Diego Padres, Luis Arraez is now set to hit free agency. But if the Padres have anything to say about it, Arraez may not be leaving San Diego anytime soon. The franchise has interest in re-signing Arraez, general manager AJ Preller confirmed, via Robert Murray of FanSided. There is […]

Kyle Tucker had a productive first season with the Chicago Cubs, but now it seems like he may be suiting up for somebody else in 2026. The outfielder with four All-Star nods to his name is one of the best free agents this year. The Cubs certainly want him back, but in recent years, the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have entered the offseason with a different kind of energy — one fueled by postseason success and newfound respect across baseball. Fresh off a World Series run, the club’s front office has emerged as one of the most aggressive groups at the MLB GM Meetings, signaling a new era for a […]

MLB’s offseason has arrived, and a number of teams will be looking to add free agent shortstop Bo Bichette to their roster. The longtime Blue Jays shortstop is fresh off a trip to the World Series, and according to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, his suitors view him as a player who could fulfill multiple needs. […]

The Houston Astros are once again drawing attention in MLB rumors, with the team reportedly exploring ways to bolster its pitching rotation this offseason. During MLB Network’s coverage of the General Manager Meetings in Las Vegas, insider Jon Morosi made one of the offseason’s boldest predictions, linking Dylan Cease to Houston as a potential free-agent […]

The Houston Astros have found themselves in the offseason spotlight as ace left-hander Framber Valdez makes waves with an unusual offseason decision. The 31-year-old is attending the MLB GM Meetings in Las Vegas, personally meeting with interested teams after turning down the Astros’ $21.7 million qualifying offer. His hands-on approach has caught the attention of […]

Justin Turner is a World Series champion, two-time All-Star, a 2017 National League Championship Series MVP and 2022 Roberto Clemente Award recipient. The soon-to-be 41-year-old has left his mark and should feel satisfied with what he has accomplished over the course of 17 MLB seasons. His passion for the game still burns bright, however. Turner’s […]

With the Houston Astros missing out on the playoffs, breaking a long-standing streak, it could be a jolt that the team needs to make some moves in either acquiring talent or trading away players to shed money. As Astros skipper Joe Espada and general manager Dana Brown are expected to return in 2026, they could […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were just a win away from being crowned World Series champions. Bo Bichette played a huge part in getting the team there. He was among the hits leaders all season long before a PCL injury forced him out of action late in the season. Bichette showed true guts by rushing back […]

Future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer is fresh off a World Series loss with the Toronto Blue Jays, but the righty is already prepared to get back to the sport’s grandest stage and finish the job. The 41-year-old free agent did not hold back when asked if he felt physically capable of competing for a […]

After reaching the Wild Card Round in 2025, the Boston Red Sox are now heavily evaluating their roster. Outfielder Jarren Duran’s future in Boston has now come into serious question. Duran heard his name plenty in the lead up to the MLB trade deadline. However, the Red Sox decided to wait and roster him the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are ruining baseball again, at least, that’s how rivals see it. After their World Series win and a push for back-to-back titles, the Dodgers are once more rewriting the rules of MLB Free Agency. According to insider Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the team’s front office is preparing another high-impact offseason. […]